Santi Pietro e Stefano

Santi Pietro e Stefano is a church in Bellinzona built between 1515 and 1543, featuring Renaissance architecture with a large stone facade and a 5-meter rose window with twelve segments. The interior contains marble altars, Baroque decorations, and numerous artworks that fill the space with ornate detail.

The building replaced two earlier churches, with San Pietro dating to the 12th century and Santo Stefano to the 15th century. This new construction was part of a period when the city modernized its religious structures and embraced Renaissance design.

The church displays religious artwork from different periods that reflects the spiritual life of the community over centuries. Visitors can observe decorative elements and paintings that represent both local and broader artistic traditions.

The church is accessible to visitors who can explore the detailed interior and its artistic collection. Plan enough time to view the various artworks and decorative elements at a comfortable pace.

The interior houses an organ built in 1588 by renowned organ builder Graziadio Antegnati, combining original features with later modifications. This instrument is a rare example of an organ that has retained its foundational structure across centuries.

Location: Bellinzona

Inception: 1515

Architects: Tommaso Rodari

Architectural style: Renaissance

Part of: list of cultural properties in Bellinzona

Address: Piazza Collegiata, 6500 Bellinzona

GPS coordinates: 46.19167,9.02388

Latest update: December 8, 2025 21:08